Rama Moccasin & Craft Shop: We would have probably waited until I had more money to invest, more planning of retail space so building would be more accessible work wise. The Old Indian: Have a shop separate from my home right off the bat, right now I have to wait until the kids are in bed. Get recommendation from wider range of business consultants i.e. get different types of advertising methods. Mnjikaning Art Studio: Definitely start with a business plan, #1. Have structure in place, more formal structure (we learned as we went along). If involved with other people, familiarize with other partners, know each others limits. The Wolf's Den: Don't try to do it too fast, if you are too far in debt, interest will kill you. Outlook would be different if you don't have to make big money to survive. These are hardships, long hours that put a strain on his marriage.BACK